Louis van Gaal is tipped to take over at Manchester United (Picture: AP)

Louis van Gaal is expected to agree a deal to take over as Manchester United manager this week.

The Holland coach is the overwhelming favourite to replace David Moyes at Old Trafford and reports now suggest a three-year £25million contract will be tied up in the next few days.

According to the Mirror, Van Gaal wants the deal wrapped up as soon as possible so he can focus on his World Cup swansong with the national team this summer, with his Dutch squad meeting up for their first pre-tournament get-together at the end of next week.